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    First Watch

    3.8 (196 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Market hash with maple bacon
    Myra E.

    This was my first time at First Watch. My husband and I came here with two of our friends. We each enjoyed our meals and our server was friendly, attentive, and helpful. Collectively, we ordered the Market Hash dish with a side of maple bacon, pancake with a side of eggs, the Chickichanga, the Quinoa Breakfast Power Bowl, and Morning Meditation drinks. The only con of this experience is when I went to the bathroom and walked out of the bathroom. The women's bathroom had large puddles of water on the floor from one stall and it looked like there was smeared geese poop on the floor of the other stall. Then, when I walked out of the bathroom I immediately slipped and fell. There was an employee there who saw me fall and asked me if I was okay but didn't offer any assistance with helping me off the floor. As I was getting up my husband realized I had fallen and ran over to help me up and make sure I was okay. At first I thought I had slipped because of all the water on my shoes from the bathroom floor, but then my husband said the staff had just mopped the floor outside the bathroom before I fell, and there was another customer who fell by the entrance after they mopped just a few minutes before I fell. This happened as they were preparing to close, and I get that they were trying to clean up before leaving but wet floor signs being posted and prompt cleaning of puddles would have been helpful. Update: Customer care reached out to me immediately after seeing my review and arranged a call with me to apologize for the experience I had, ask if I was okay, and offered to send gift cards if I was interested in giving First Watch restaurants another try. I would try other First Watch locations, and I really appreciate the caring outreach made by the customer care team. I was sent gift cards, a First Watch cookbook, an oven mitt and a handwritten card by customer care, which was very thoughtful and speaks to the level of care and seriousness the company places on customers having a good experience with the company. I'm looking forward to trying First Watch again at other locations!

    Heather M.

    First Watch is such a delicious breakfast spot and definitely worth checking out. There was a pretty long wait when we arrived, but the staff handled it really well--they communicated clearly, took my phone number, and kept us updated so we knew exactly when we'd be seated, which made the wait much more manageable. The food was absolutely worth it, fresh and flavorful all around. As a bonus, there was a really cool local vendor market happening next door, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable while we waited. I'll definitely be coming back.

    Traditional breakfast
    Nicole H.

    The blueberry lemon cornbread is such a delicious treat to share at the able! It's warm , flavorful, and loaded with butter. I also got the pesto chicken power bowl. It was packed with quinoa, protein and the pesto was on point. I love all of their juices. Place is nice and organized. Staff is top notch! I love First Watch!

    Hitsa P.

    I came here with my family and honestly this place was amazing. Even though they were super busy the restaurant was clean we were seated quickly and the customer service was excellent. My family even ordered an omelet for me since I was running late. When I asked my mom which one it was she said she forgot but it was still really good. Overall, we had a great experience and I'll definitely be coming back.

    Water
    Denise H.

    I saw First Watch had lemon blueberry cornbread on their menu. I never had that flavor before. The lemon was the whip on the cornbread. I ordered the protein breakfast which contain Italian sausage, mushrooms, kale, quinoa, cheese, and over easy egg. The meal was delicious. I will be back for the cornbread and trying another meal. The service was fast and the restaurant was busy. There was music. Paying for my food was a new experience, I paid on my phone, there was another option you can choose.

    Lisa T.

    We were recommended to try this place so it was a bit of a wait considering it's the day after christmas. But it's a nice place with friendly service. the coffee was very good, but i wish they had some options like lattes. anyway everyone enjoyed their meals and the portions were generous. Just a suggestion to go easier on the salt.

    Steel Cut Oats
    Marianna F.

    Steel Cut Oats Breakfast is an instant classic! The oats are smooth, warm and delicious. The fruit, brown sugar and milk are perfection. The blueberry muffin is a perfect accompaniment. Love, love, love!

    Honey Caramel Crunch Iced Coffee
    John P.

    Our go to brunch spot. It is always busy on a weekend for brunch/breakfast for good reason. We sat at the bar to avoid waiting for a table to open up. The bartender was super friendly. Food; my favorite is the Pesto Chicken Quiona Bowl. If you like pesto it's a great brunch option. My wife gets the Works Omelette with the million dollar potatoes upgrade which is delicious. We have never been dissatisfied with any food item here. Drinks; I got Honey Caramel Iced Coffee it was sweet and delicious. My wife got the pomegranate sunrise which was a perfect brunch drink. The ambiance is wonderful. The restaurant is clean and the staff are all super friendly. You won't be disappointed with anything here. I would recommend this place for anyone looking for an excellent breakfast/brunch spot.

    Outside view
    Stephanie S.

    Our server Ashley was great! She was quick and efficient with a warm smile. Our food was ordered and arrived timely. I had the double bacon Parmesan hash...it was delish!! It's the perfect mix of bacon, eggs, home fries, and veggies (onions, spinach, and arugula). I really hope they add it to the regular menu. I added a side of chicken sausage patties to increase my protein intake. I also had a Purple Haze, which is my new favorite drink! They have a bar area plus some booths and tables. I like the variety of seating. There's also outdoor seating available for warmer days. It's in the Summit Pointe complex near the Dollar Tree headquarters. Check it out!!

    Morning Meditation
    Cindi W.

    Came for brunch after church.Thankful I got on the waitlist so once we arrived we didn't have that long of a wait, it was packed in there!!. Our server was very friendly. I got the morning meditation juice and the healthy turkey omelette and cheese grits. The omelette was really good. I wasn't sure if I'd like the tomatoes in it, but it was good. The juice was cute and tasty. Another great meal.

    Shishito Pepper Hash
    Liz R.

    Visiting a friend in Chesapeake and we decided to grab breakfast at First Watch before hitting the road back home. Our server brought the energy the entire time and was extremely attentive throughout our visit. They featured lemon blueberry cornbread on their summer menu (& on table toppers and their chalkboard) but when we ordered it we were told they weren't able to prepare it due to a shortage of ingredients from their suppliers :( BUMMER! However they did have the Shishito Pepper Hash which I ordered and absolutely loved! The potato hash itself was a flavor explosion and the pickled red onion, charred shishito peppers and brisket amplified things making the dish a true winner! The side of chicken sausage looked great however was just ok (I only ate 1/2 a patty). Overall it was a good breakfast and we arrived a little after 9am and did not have a wait, although when we were leaving there was a bit of a wait....but the restaurant provides free coffee while you're waiting which is a nice touch. Oh and there's ample parking as well.

    Lavender pea??? I forgot tbh
    Victoryia G.

    I always enjoy this restaurant, I wish they had "chicken fried steak" on the menu. I ordered a delicious omelette and a lavender tea it was so delicious and kind of tasted like lemonade! I'm glad I tried something new. The bread is my favorite it's so thick and fluffy ! The consistency of the grits is super thick, which is different for me but I like it because it's filling. Everything in the omelette complimented each other down to the onions, mushrooms and sausage! Oh and I got a side of biscuits and gravy, they were so fluffy and fresh the gravy was thick and creamy and the serving is large! It was hot out, the wonderful waitress was nice enough to bring my dog water! We sat outside; the outdoor area was clean and the tables were "thoughtfully" spread apart, the ceiling fans helped with the heat! Friendly service, great food... next time we'll probably eat inside.

    French Toast
    Amber B.

    We did add to waitlist on the website and when we got there, we were seated literally immediately. We were greeted with big smiles, politeness and clear communication. They were pretty busy, so it took a little bit for our waitress to greet us, but that gave us time to chat and browse the menu. The atmosphere is kinda loud, lots of chit chat, kids and different convos. But we don't mind the sound of people and happiness. My son and his best friend ordered the French toast. I don't think it even survived 5 mins on the table haha. I ordered the biscuits and gravy side; but it was plenty enough! It had a bit of a kick to it, but I'm not a spicy food person at all. So it was probably just my sensitivity. All in all, we love coming here and always feel like the whole staff truly cares and the chef put their hard work in to the food! Can't wait to come back!

    Lemon ricotta pancakes with million dollar bacon

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    Nice location, food is excellent, and wait staff are friendly and attentive. Plenty of parking available.

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    Amazing Food and service! I have been back several times. Love the portions of food as well.

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    Awesome menu and awesome service. I'm obsessed with the lavender lemonade. Great choices for people who have a variety of dietary needs.

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    Good food but a little pricy and not much standards. Might go again and try something different. Friendly staff.

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    Food was amazing and our server gave us Five Star service, food came out quickly; We will be back!!!!

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    Inside. Pretty much the same since the day they opened. Still good food!

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    4.0(214 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
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    What a fortuitous find! My wife and I discovered this gem by accident as we finished some shopping…read morein Chesapeake. I ordered the Texas Burger with fries and my wife ordered the Mushroom Swiss Burger. Both orders were delivered with efficient speed and both the fries and the burgers were piping hot upon arrival! My Texas Burger was absolutely delicious and I went through that thing like a hot knife through butter! My wife and I both agreed we had not had burgers this good in quite some time! The services was excellent! We will definitely be back to Winston's Café!

    Winston's Cafe is located in the Crossways Shopping Center in Chesapeake. It is near the…read moreintersection with Greenbrier Pkwy and Eden Way N. It's in the same group of buildings such as Michael's (around the corner). My visit here was on October 27, 2025. The outside view of the business is simple, but effective. They have a specials chalkboard next to the entrance. Parking wasn't an issue on this visit, but I'm sure it can fill up at busier times. My mom and I were both in the area as she wanted to go to the Michael's store here. When we came inside, it wasn't busy, as it was around 3:30 pm when we got here. We were greeted by the one who would be our server for this visit. He gave us menus to look at and asked us for our drink orders. I generally stick with water with lemon, which I did here. We were there during the time where it was still the lunch menu (though for us, it was more like dinner for us that day). When he came back with the drinks, he asked if we were ready to order, but we weren't just yet. He also asked if we had any questions about the menu and options and gave us more time to mull over the menu. When he came back, we weren't completely ready, but asked a question about the specials of the day. After that, we knew what we would get and placed our food order. My mom ordered the Meatloaf Lunch Special with mashed potatoes and spinach. I went with the Meatball Sub Lunch Special with mashed potatoes, though I don't normally do potatoes that often. After about ten minutes or so, the food came to the table. The food looked really good, and it was hot too. The bread for the Meatball Sub was very soft and easy to eat. The meatballs were huge and made for a worthy meal. The mashed potatoes with gravy was really good and fulfilling too. My mom loved the meatloaf, and their meatloaf doesn't have ketchup on it like some other places do. She loved the meatloaf, spinach, and mashed potatoes too. After we were done, he asked if we wanted any desserts. We both declined as I normally don't do them anymore. Overall, we both had an excellent experience here. The food and service were on point. The food I had that day did spike my blood sugars, but I expected that with bread and mashed potatoes. I don't make a habit of that though. They are a great local business. There are lots of food options to choose from. If you are looking for a place to eat while in this part of Chesapeake, this place is worth coming to.

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